KEEP YOUR HOME RENOVATION PROJECT ON TRACK, PANDEMIC STYLE
Thinking of upgrading the look or vibe of your home?
Before you get started on your renovation project, keep in mind that the construction work could still be extra challenging nowadays primarily because of the effects of the pandemic. And while there is no foolproof way to prevent hiccups in your renovation works, there are techniques that can help minimize risk.
First, put your vision into writing and list specific home improvement goals to help you stay on track—and hopefully, within budget as well.
Start scouting for a reliable and trustworthy contractor. Upgrading your space may seem easy but it’s usually more complicated than you think so it’s best to tap licensed professionals. Get references from friends, family, and colleagues. Once you’ve made a shortlist, conduct due diligence and choose a contractor that has a solid track record.
Ask your contractor for a detailed plan and timeline. Make sure to review all details, including schedules, manpower, supplies, logistics, working budget, among others. Don’t forget to refer to these agreements during the course of the work.
Another important thing to check before you begin your home improvement is the coverage of your existing home and property insurance. If you plan to add an extension, build a new room, or repurpose the yard, you must review the scope of your policy.
Contact your insurance company to ensure that your addition is insured. Insurance agents of Malayan Insurance, for instance, can easily help existing and prospective Home Protect policy holders review, amend,
or register their policy to safeguard their entire property.
Since there’s still the COVID-19 virus, it’s wise to include provisions covering delays caused by manpower shortage due to illness, health and sanitation concerns, or supply chain issues of construction materials. It’s best to be prepared for any eventuality.
If your family has no plans of vacating the house during the renovation, it’s advisable to discuss the traffic or flow of people to and from the construction areas and other parts of the house. Implementing health and safeguidelines lessens the chances of an outbreak during the construction.
If you encounter delays, watch out for hasty and haphazard work. Firms often work on tight timelines, and construction delays could force workers to speed up their tasks at the expense of quality. Keep a sharp eye on details, and don’t be afraid to call out the workers or your contractor if something is amiss, or worse, if they accidentally damaged a part of your home.
Should anything untoward happen in your home during the construction, don’t hesitate to reach out to your inty surance company. Reliable non-life insurers like Malayan Insurance are always at the ready to help policy holders in case of accidents, injuries, calamities and other unforeseen disasters.
With cautious planning and the right support, home renovations not be as complicated as it seems.